The specifications required for a community to be declared as a Scheduled Tribe are
- 1. Indications of primitive traits
- 2. Distinctive culture
- 3. Shyness of contact with the community at large
- 4. Backwardness and geographical isolation
Which of the above are correct?
- AOnly 1 and 2
- BOnly 2, 3 and 4
- COnly 1, 3 and 4
- DAll of the above
Show answer and explanation
Correct answer: (d) All of the above
Explanation
The essential characteristics required to declare a community as a Scheduled Tribe are as follows—
• Indications of primitive traits
• Distinctive culture
• Shyness of contact with the community at large
• Backwardness and geographical isolation